“Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.” — Warren Buffett

Wise words from a wise man, displaying how long-term planning can lead to long-term happiness and success. Our post today shares 4 interesting articles about achieving happiness and success:

1. Don’t get distracted by the “next hot thing”! Billionaire Warren Buffet and rapper and entrepreneur Jay-Z share a similar mindset that has helped them succeed: long-term thinking. Not getting distracted by the “shiny object” has worked for them and serves as a good reminder for long-term investors.

2. 5 Tips for Better Decision Making: To help increase our chances of making good decisions — and not just financial ones — a combination of psychology and behavioral economics can teach us how to tame the biases that can sabotage good decision-making.

3. 4 Ways Couples can Tackle Money Goals Together. This article advocates open communication about financial goals between partners, suggesting that this can lead to a better understanding of each other and consequently to longer term happiness and success.

4. And as we count down to the end of the summer and the start of back-to-school season, here are 7 tips to help your child or grandchild make a smooth transition into college.

Two superstars from very different disciplines offer their advice on how long-term, independent thinking can lead you to successful outcomes, whether you’re planning your next career move or fine-tuning your investment portfolio.

There’s more to preparing teenagers for college than academics. Discover ways to teach students how to deal with money, illness, loneliness, and navigating new terrain and cultures effectively and successfully.

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